Registered Nurse - PCU (12-Hour Nights) - Shreveport, LAAre you a dedicated RN looking for an exciting opportunity in a leading facility in Shreveport, LA? Join us for a rewarding assignment with a competitive hourly rate, flexible schedule, and comprehensive benefits. Enjoy consistent shifts, quick onboarding, and a supportive team committed to your success.
Quick Facts:- Location: 8001 Youree Drive, Shreveport, LA 71115
- Start Date: 03/09/2026
- End Date: 06/06/2026
- Shift: 12-Hour Nights (Night shift)
- Hours/week: 36-40 hours
- Employment Type: Contract/Travel assignment
- Licensure/Certs: BLS, ACLS, NIH
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of related RN experience in acute care
Pay & Benefits:- Pay package discussed upon application
- Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
- Competitive pay packages
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Licensure, travel, and other reimbursements where applicable
- Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
What Youll Do:- Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in the PCU / Step-Down unit
- Administer titratable medications such as Cardene, Cardizem, Insulin, Heparin, Neo, Levophed (manager approval required for some)
- Monitor and manage chest tubes, tracheostomies, CSF drains, and peritoneal dialysis (preferred experience)
- Support patient assessment and care planning, including EKG competency testing before arrival
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members including charge nurses, RTs, hospitalists, therapists, and phlebotomists
- Document patient care accurately in Meditech Expanse EMR system
- Respond to unit needs including float support to stroke and med-surg units with appropriate patient ratios
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies, including uniform and badge policies
What You Need:- Current Louisiana RN license or eligibility
- Minimum 2 years of acute care RN experience, including ICU or similar units
- BLS, ACLS, NIH certifications
- Ability to pass an EKG competency exam
- Strong skills in medication titration, patient monitoring, and emergency response
- Key skills: Chest tube management, tracheostomy care, IV management, and emergency procedures (preferred but not required)
About the Assignment:
Join a dynamic team at a leading healthcare facility in Shreveport, LA, providing specialized care in a 24-bed PCU. The unit handles a variety of acute patient conditions, including cardiac, stroke, and post-surgical cases, with a focus on patient safety and quality care. The hospital offers state-of-the-art equipment, supportive interdisciplinary teams, and a flexible schedule to support your work-life balance.
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